New Physical Activity Recommendations Say More is Better

The American College of Sports Medicine and the AHA have released updated physical activity recommendations. Healthy adults ages 18 to 65 should strive for the following:

• At least 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise, such as walking briskly, five days a week, or at least 20 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, such as jogging, three days a week.
• Weight training or other activities to increase muscle strength and endurance at least two times a week.